2017 Herdade das Servas, Vinhas Velhas & Reserva x3 - Alentejo DOC - 4 Bottles (0.75L)

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2017 Herdade das Servas Vinhas Velhas Red 1 x 0.75L
2017 Herdade das Servas Reserva Red 3 x 0.75L
4 Bottles
Alentejo Region

DESCRIPTION
Serrano Mira is the surname that results from the union of two families that have been producing wine in Alentejo for 13 generations. Serrano Mira is also the name of the wine group led by Luis Serrano Mira, which includes the Alentejo Herdade das Servas and Casa da Tapada, in the Vinhos Verdes region.
The Serrano Mira family's connection with this universe dates back to 1667, a date attested by two carvings that were passed down from generation to generation.
In Alentejo and under the Herdade das Servas umbrella, Serrano Mira oversees a wine heritage of around 350 hectares, divided into eight distinct vineyards, but which complement each other in their identity: Azinhal, Cardeira Nova, Cardeira Velha, Clérigo, Judia, Louseira, Pêro Lobo and Servas. Located in the municipalities of Estremoz and Borba, they are installed at an average altitude of 300 meters, between Serra d’Ossa and Serra de São Mamede.
Oenology is led by Luís Serrano Mira and Renato Neves, and Herdade das Servas is equipped with the most modern reception, vinification and aging technology, producing wines with tradition, time, wisdom and quality.

WINEMAKERS: Renato Neves.

2017 Herdade das Servas Vinhas Velhas Red 1 x 0.75L
AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS
18 Points, Best Wines of 2022, Vinho Grandes Escolhas
17 Points, Vinum Magazine (2015 Vintage)
94 Points, Wine Enthusiast (2014 Vintage)
92 Points, Decanter World Wine Awards (2014 Vintage)

WINE VARIETIES: Alicante Bouschet (45%), Trincadeira (20%), Touriga Nacional (30%) & Petit Verdot (5%).

VINIFICATION
The grapes were sorted manually, destemmed and underwent pre-fermentation maceration. Fermentation itself was carried out in “Lagares” and stainless steel vats with temperature control. After undergoing malolactic fermentation, the wine spent 18 months in new French oak barrels. Once bottled, the wine was then aged for a further 24 months in our cellar. In order to maintain its unique characteristics, this wine has not been stabilised and may create sediments naturally.

TASTING NOTES
Clear wine with garnet color and hints of violet. Aromas of plum, cherry, fig, chocolate, spice and floral notes of violet. Complex, constructive, fresh and elegant. Smoked notes, rich tannins and a long finish, revealing the full potential for storage and aging.

SERVING
It can be enjoyed with red meat, game, cheese and intense sausages. Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC. Decantation is recommended.

2017 Herdade das Servas Reserva Red 3 x 0.75L
AWARDS/RECOMMENDATIONS
Gold Medal, Mundus Vini
Gold Medal, Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
17.5 Points, Vinho Grandes Escolhas (2016 Vintage)
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast (2015 Vintage)
17 Points, Revista de Vinhos (2013 Vintage)

WINE VARIETIES: Alicante Bouschet (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (35%), Alfrocheiro (10%) e Aragonez (5%).

VINIFICATION
The grapes were sorted manually, destemmed and underwent pre-fermentation maceration. Fermentation itself was carried out in “Lagares” and stainless steel vats with temperature control. After undergoing malolactic fermentation, the wine spent 12 months in new French oak barrels and one year old French and American oak barrels. Once bottled, the wine was then aged for a further 10 months in our cellar. In order to maintain its unique characteristics, this wine has not been stabilised and may create sediments naturally.

TASTING NOTES
Clear wine, deep cherry red, aromas of plum, fig, cedar, chocolate, pepper and smoky notes. Complex, structured, full, toasted oak barrels, balanced tannins and a long finish, revealing all the storage and aging potential.

SERVING
It can be enjoyed with red meat, game, intense cheese and sausages. Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC. Decantation is recommended.